Château Grand-Puy Ducasse, 5e cru classé Pauillac - Half 2023
Château Grand-Puy Ducasse, 5e cru classé Pauillac - Half 2023 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon (Pauillac, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, venison, cheese board. No merchant in this catalogue lists it now; Tanners Wines last did on 2026-10-19.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paparuda Cabernet Sauvignon, Estate Selection 2024 Cramele Recaş · Banat | £9.95 | |||
| Domaine Astruc Cabernet Sauvignon | £10.75 | |||
| Chateau Purcari Cabernet Sauvignon de Purcari 2024 Chateau Purcari · South Eastern | £10.93 | |||
| Kingklip Cabernet Sauvignon, Robertson 2024 Robertson Winery · Western Cape | £11.80 |
It was mentioned, in passing, that the big cruise ships are going to be stopping at Pauillac later this summer. When they do the occupants will see the brand new buildings and facilities that are just being finished including a gravity-fed chai. We suspect this will put Grand Puy Ducasse firmly on the map! Another wine that is on an upward path, the 2023 has a terrific nose with masses of black fruit and hints of tobacco behind, even a touch of polished leather. The tannins are silky and there is power in the texture and body here, balanced and precise oak bring plenty to the party. Should outlive many peers of the same quality.